Ratatouille

We know... you saw this recipe and immediately thought of the animated film. It's ok – that movie was delightful. But equally delightful is the actual food it was based on – a delicious, colorful vegetable dish that perfectly pairs with rice or pasta.

So in the words of Remy, "If you are what you eat, then I only want to eat the good stuff."

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
• 1 small red pepper, cut in squares
• 1 small green pepper, cut in squares
• 1 small yellow pepper, cut in squares
• 1 medium eggplant, cut in chunks
• 14 ounce can of crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or oregano
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Parmesan cheese, optional

Directions:

1. In a large frying pan, heat your oil over medium heat. Add your onions and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
2. Add the zucchinis, peppers, and garlic, cook and stir for an additional 3 minutes.
3. Add your eggplant to the pan with the tomatoes and spices and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook, covered, for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Enjoy as a side or serve over pasta or brown rice.

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Updated September 21, 2021